For the first time in the Society’s history, two Honorary Fellows have been elected.
Sir Michael Atiyah is one of the most influential mathematicians of his generation, widely recognised as a pioneer in the development of mathematics in the UK and Europe. A highly distinguished researcher, Sir Michael has been wid... Read More

On 19 April in Vienna, the Learned Society of Wales was formally admitted into full membership of ALLEA, the federation of European National Academies. The event took place during the ALLEA AGM at theRead More

Outstanding scientists, eminent academics and celebrated professionals join Wales’s National Academy
The Learned Society of Wales (LSW) is pleased to announce the results of its 2016 Election of new Fellows spanning the arts, sciences and public service sectors. This election further strengthens... Read More

UK businesses are lagging behind competitor nations seeking EU funding, while UK universities are reaping rewards, says the Lords Science and Technology Committee's report on the influence of EU membership on UK science.
The Report of the inquiry, which Read More

More than a hundred people filled the historic main lecture hall of the Old College in Aberystwyth at 11.30 on Saturday 16 April to hear a public lecture given by Professor Patrick McGuiness FLSW and sponsored by the Learned Society of Wales.
His subject “Other People's Countries: Tales of Literary and Cultural B... Read More

A report on the 2015 International Year of Light: Wales activities, which were supported by the Society, is now available.
To read the report, please click on the links below.
International Year of Ligh... Read More